Retro Insulation

06/08/2026

We are proud to announce that our Retro Insulation team has begun mechanical insulation work on the new Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Arts & Innovation Building in Richmond, Virginia.

Spanning eight stories and approximately 213,000 square feet, the VCU Arts & Innovation Building will be one of the largest commercial construction projects our team is proud to be a part of. Working in partnership with Warwick, our Retro Insulation team is progressing throughout the building with extensive HVAC and Plumbing Insulation, including ductwork, hydronic piping systems, and domestic plumbing systems. The team is also performing specialized fire-wrap installations on designated ventilation ductwork and acoustical sound lagging on select piping and duct systems.

With approximately 10 team members currently working across multiple floors and systems simultaneously, Project Manager Darren Bryan, Foreman Eric Bowman, and the field team are coordinating a complex, multi-phase installation that will continue through 2027.

We are proud to contribute our expertise to a project that will support the arts, innovation, education, and the Richmond community. We look forward to seeing the VCU Arts & Innovation Building come to life and welcoming its opening in late 2027.

14/07/2026

Every school begins long before the first student walks through its doors.🏫👩‍🏫

At Culpepper Landing Elementary School in Chesapeake, Virginia, construction is steadily transforming blueprints into classrooms, hallways, and learning spaces that will welcome nearly 960 students by Fall of 2027.

As part of this effort, Retro Insulation is proud to be partnered with ZBZ & Associates to complete the mechanical insulation systems that will support the building's long-term comfort, efficiency, and performance.

Now in Phase 2 of construction, our team has completed insulation work throughout multiple classroom wings, hallways, and restroom areas of this 141,340-square-foot facility. From plumbing and copper piping systems to HVAC and ventilation infrastructure, each installation represents another step toward preparing the school for the students and educators who will eventually call it their own.

While much of our work will remain hidden behind walls and above ceilings, its impact will be felt every day. Comfortable classrooms, efficient building operations, and reliable system performance all depend on the infrastructure being installed today. Materials like duct wrap, fiberglass insulation, pipe insulation, and fire-rated systems were carefully selected to meet the requirements of this large-scale school environment, helping to control energy loss, manage condensation, and support safety.

This progress would not be possible without the dedication of Foreman Jaime Martinez Marin and team members Remberto and Francisco, whose craftsmanship continues to move the project forward.

Together, they're helping transform today's construction site into tomorrow's classrooms. As construction advances, we look forward to watching this future school take shape, one milestone at a time!

03/07/2026

Happy Independence Day from all of us at Retro Insulation! 🎆 🎉

We wish you all, employees and partnerships, a safe, relaxing, and joyful holiday filled with time spent with family and friends, great food, and lasting memories. Have an amazing Fourth of July!

Happy 250th Year of Independence Day from all of us at RA Holdings and our branches: AIM Services Inc, Ladybug Concrete Specialties, Inc., and Retro Insulation.

Today is a time to reflect on our nation's history while celebrating the people, communities, and traditions that make the Fourth of July so special. It's an opportunity to slow down, spend time with family and friends, fire up the grill, watch fireworks, and make memories with the people who matter most.

We're grateful for our incredible employees, customers, partners, and communities who make what we do possible every day.

We wish everyone a safe, fun, and memorable Independence Day.

Happy Fourth of July! 🎆 🎉

30/06/2026

Congratulations to Amalio Garcia and Christian Perez for being named the First Quarter Insulators of the Quarter for our Retro Richmond Branch! 🎉🙌

This recognition reflects their outstanding workmanship, commitment to safety, strong work ethic, and dedication to delivering quality results on every project. Their contributions continue to set a positive example for the team and help drive the success of our operations.

Please join us in congratulating Amalio and Christian on this well-deserved achievement. Thank you both for your hard work and commitment to excellence.💪

28/04/2026

Our team just completed the Mechanical Insulation project at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA.

Proud of the team for knocking this one out - solid work across piping, HVAC, and critical systems. This is the kind of work that lasts and impacts generations to come as they step foot on this CNU Science Building.

A quick glance at the finished work below, and it's a good reminder that work like this doesn’t happen without good people behind it. One team one fight! 💪👷🚧